Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Specialist

Next Move Healthcare•Naples, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Specialist provides technical and clinical support during hospital-based cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology procedures, assisting physicians in both scrub and monitoring roles. The role supports coronary angiography and interventions, peripheral vascular interventions, electrophysiology studies, atherectomy, IVUS, FFR, and vascular closure device deployment. The specialist prepares and operates equipment, maintains sterile technique, monitors patients and procedural information, documents care, and supports safe and efficient procedures in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. The position is based in Naples, Florida, in Cardiovascular Services / Cardiac Catheterization & Electrophysiology. The schedule is a day shift, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM, with on-call coverage of 12 days every six weeks, including 1–2 weekends every six weeks. Weekend call coverage is Friday for 13.5 hours and Saturday and Sunday for 24 hours each. A 30-minute response time is required. The specialist may float to North Campus during scheduled working hours, but not for call. Local candidates are accepted. Epic is preferred. Pay is $40.00–$55.20 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of relevant invasive cardiovascular technology experience.
Previous hands-on cardiac catheterization experience.
Previous hands-on electrophysiology experience.
Meet one of the stated education and credentialing pathways: an Associate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology with 6 years of Cardiovascular Technologist experience and CCI certification, preferably RCIS, obtained within one year of hire; an Associate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology with CCI certification, preferably RCIS, obtained within 90 days of hire; or successful completion of an approved Radiologic Technology program with ARRT(R) certification and Florida Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) licensure.
RCIS or appropriate ARRT credentialing according to the applicable qualification pathway.
Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
ALS/ACLS certification through the AHA or ARC required within one year of hire.
Florida Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure for candidates qualifying through the Radiologic Technology pathway.
Strong knowledge of cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology procedures, invasive cardiovascular monitoring, and sterile technique.
Ability to operate cardiovascular imaging equipment, physiologic monitoring systems, and interventional devices.
Familiarity with coronary interventions, peripheral procedures, atherectomy, IVUS, FFR, and vascular closure devices.
Understanding of radiation protection practices and safe operation of fluoroscopic equipment.
Ability to provide clinical assistance within scope of practice and communicate changes in patient condition to appropriate healthcare professionals.
Ability to maintain accurate procedural records and support required cardiovascular registry reporting.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.
Availability for 12 days of call every six weeks, including 1–2 weekends, with a 30-minute response time.
Willingness to provide North Campus coverage during regular working hours when needed.
Strong communication and organizational skills, clinical judgment, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced cardiovascular procedural environment.

Nice To Haves

RCIS certification through Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
Previous experience supporting structural heart procedures.
Extensive experience in cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, and peripheral vascular interventions.
Experience assisting with advanced coronary interventions, atherectomy, IVUS, and FFR procedures.
Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) certification.
Familiarity with Epic EMR.
Previous experience in a high-volume hospital-based cardiac catheterization or electrophysiology laboratory.
Experience assisting with complex cardiovascular interventions and urgent cardiac procedures.
Familiarity with ACC CathPCI and ICD registry reporting requirements.
Ability to independently anticipate physician needs and transition efficiently between scrub and monitoring responsibilities.
Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills with cardiologists, electrophysiologists, nurses, and other cardiovascular team members.

Responsibilities

Assist cardiologists and other physicians during invasive cardiovascular procedures in scrub and monitoring roles.
Support cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology procedures through equipment preparation, procedural assistance, and patient monitoring.
Assist with coronary angiography and coronary interventions, peripheral vascular interventions, electrophysiology studies, atherectomy, IVUS, FFR, and vascular closure device deployment.
Maintain sterile technique and assist with preparation, handling, and use of invasive cardiovascular devices.
Anticipate physician and procedural team needs to support safe and efficient interventions.
Apply radiation protection practices during fluoroscopic procedures to protect patients, staff, and other personnel.
Provide direct patient care within scope of practice and promptly communicate changes in patient condition to cardiologists and Registered Nurses.
Support safe medication administration during physician-assisted procedures in accordance with scope of practice and facility protocols.
Participate in patient verification, pre-procedure checklists, and procedural time-outs.
Monitor patient information, procedural events, and clinical data during interventions.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of procedure details, equipment utilization, supplies, and chronological events.
Complete required monitoring documentation and address outstanding documentation before patients leave the procedure room.
Operate and maintain cardiovascular imaging, monitoring, and interventional equipment; identify performance concerns and report or document malfunctions.
Collaborate with cardiologists, electrophysiologists, nurses, and other interdisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Enter required clinical information into ACC registries, including CathPCI and ICD registries.
Participate in departmental committees, quality improvement activities, and patient safety and procedural efficiency initiatives.
Provide clinical coverage at North Campus during scheduled working hours when needed.
Participate in required on-call coverage and maintain a 30-minute response time for urgent and emergency cardiovascular procedures.
Follow healthcare regulations, professional practice standards, infection prevention protocols, and organizational policies.